Bigos @ Podhalanka 2/23 @ 7pm
Bigos @ Podhalanka 2/23 @ 7pm
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Bigos @ Podhalanka 2/23 @ 7pm
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Post #1 - February 10th, 2011, 12:07 pmShake the hawk off with winter stalwart Bigos. An off menu item, Helena will make if for us if we have enough people to warrant it. Do we?
Take advantage of our gems while we can. RIP Andy's."In pursuit of joys untasted"
from Giuseppe Verdi's La Traviata
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Post #2 - February 10th, 2011, 12:12 pmI'm in, thanks.
=R=By protecting others, you save yourself. If you only think of yourself, you'll only destroy yourself. --Kambei Shimada
Every human interaction is an opportunity for disappointment --RS
There's a horse loose in a hospital --JM
That don't impress me much --Shania Twain
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Post #3 - February 10th, 2011, 12:24 pmStill haven't made it to Podhalanka. Sounds great. I'm in, hopefully + REB.
Thanks for setting this up.
--Rich
Edit: Just me. Ronna can't make it.Last edited by RAB on February 10th, 2011, 2:52 pm, edited 1 time in total.I don't know what you think about dinner, but there must be a relation between the breakfast and the happiness. --Cemal Süreyya
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Post #4 - February 10th, 2011, 2:45 pmCount me in!"Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
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Post #5 - February 10th, 2011, 4:39 pmI'm a Podhalanka virgin, I always go to Smak-Tak. Time to expand my horizons, count me in.For what we choose is what we are. He should not miss this second opportunity to re-create himself with food. Jim Crace "The Devil's Larder"
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Post #6 - February 10th, 2011, 5:18 pmDamn it! I have another commitment, but I'll let you know if I can reschedule.“Nothing is more agreeable to look at than a gourmande in full battle dress.”
Jean-Antheleme Brillat-Savarin (1755-1826)
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Post #7 - February 11th, 2011, 11:11 amCount me and the Jman in.
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Post #8 - February 13th, 2011, 12:11 pmMr. and Mrs. Beverator would like to join you. Last time I had bigos was at Legs Inn in Cross Village, MI. Outstanding!
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Post #9 - February 13th, 2011, 4:20 pmPlease count me in, plus one guest.
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Post #10 - February 14th, 2011, 8:28 pmI'm interested in joining you all for Bigos at Podhalanka, please count me in.
Thanks,
edc
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Post #11 - February 19th, 2011, 10:38 amUnfortunately I'm out, I'll just have to take myself over another night and fill up.For what we choose is what we are. He should not miss this second opportunity to re-create himself with food. Jim Crace "The Devil's Larder"
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Post #12 - February 19th, 2011, 5:27 pmSo sorry, I can't make it after all.“Nothing is more agreeable to look at than a gourmande in full battle dress.”
Jean-Antheleme Brillat-Savarin (1755-1826)
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Post #13 - February 19th, 2011, 7:57 pmSorry I haven't acknowledged anyone but was out of town. Spoke w/Helena regarding the rest of our menu which will consist of:
asst cold salads, asst pierogies, potato pancakes, white borscht, kompot and bigos
attending:
Ronnie Suburban
RAB
boudreaulicious
nicinchic
Jman
beverator +1
gastronome +1
edc
Would like to give her a final number Monday. BYOB"In pursuit of joys untasted"
from Giuseppe Verdi's La Traviata
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Post #14 - February 22nd, 2011, 6:48 pmThe Wall Street Journal put out a timely feature on bigos over the weekend. It's an interesting read for folks who are interested in some of this history of what we're eating tomorrow (also suggests some alcohol to pair).
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Post #15 - February 22nd, 2011, 6:56 pmAfter seeing that article, I'm even sadder to say that I won't be able to attend tomorrow night's feast because I have the 1st and 2nd of this week's 3 visitation/memorial services to attend tomorrow. Ugh."Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
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Post #16 - February 23rd, 2011, 12:28 amgastro gnome wrote:The Wall Street Journal put out a timely feature on bigos over the weekend. It's an interesting read for folks who are interested in some of this history of what we're eating tomorrow (also suggests some alcohol to pair).
Thanks, for the link, gg. Very much looking forward to bigos on Wednesday night.
=R=By protecting others, you save yourself. If you only think of yourself, you'll only destroy yourself. --Kambei Shimada
Every human interaction is an opportunity for disappointment --RS
There's a horse loose in a hospital --JM
That don't impress me much --Shania Twain
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Post #17 - February 23rd, 2011, 4:34 pmI am completely bummed. Hubby stuck downstate working so we are going to have to cancel. Enjoy!
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Post #18 - February 25th, 2011, 11:42 amThanks, Alan, for setting this up. It was a really nice evening. The bigos was excellent, as were several of the other items we had . . .
Podhalanka - 1549 W Division St, Chicago
I actually took this shot on the way out but it makes the most sense to place it here.
Bread
Waiting on the table when we sat down.
Cold Beet & Horseradish Salad
Really excellent. I loved the way the heat from the horseradish balanced the sweetness of the beets.
Compote
We were told what was in this beverage but I forgot. As someone at the table pointed out, it was jamaica-like. I know there were frozen blueberries but I can't remember the other ingredients.
Bigos-ians
Soup
A rich and hearty soup, thickened with yogurt and/or sour cream (I'm guessing). It had strong flavors of dill and smoke, from the kielbasa. Completely wonderful.
Potato Pancakes
These had awesome flavor and reminded me of my grandma's version more than any other version I can remember. They weren't really crispy but when making them in this volume, that's completely understandable. They were terrific, nonetheless.
The final pancake
Assorted Pierogis
I had one and it was meat-filled but I think there were a few other fillings, too. This was probably my least favorite part of the meal. They were a bit gummy.
Smashed up Potatoes
In preparation for the bigos, bowls of potatoes were brought to the table.
The Main Event
A picture's worth (at least) 1,000 words.
Bigos
An intoxicating medley of sauerkraut, cabbage, beef, pork, bacons, carrots and who knows what else. I ate 3 servings and I don't think I was the only one.
=R=By protecting others, you save yourself. If you only think of yourself, you'll only destroy yourself. --Kambei Shimada
Every human interaction is an opportunity for disappointment --RS
There's a horse loose in a hospital --JM
That don't impress me much --Shania Twain
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Post #19 - February 25th, 2011, 6:09 pmronnie_suburban wrote:
Soup
A rich and hearty soup, thickened with yogurt and/or sour cream (I'm guessing). It had strong flavors of dill and smoke, from the kielbasa. Completely wonderful.
Actually, Ronnie, it is made with a starter. I first learned this by reading Binko's thread but jazzfood reminded me about it on Wednesday.
And you're right. This soup was fantastic. I might have to make some before winter ends.
